What Is Wi-Fi 6E and What is the Future of Connectivity?

We rely on wireless connectivity like never before. For example, for streaming videos to conducting video conferences, we need lag-free, secure Wi-Fi networks. But does our wireless network live up to the expectations? No, not always. At this point, Wi-Fi 6E stepped in as a pathbreaking solution to transform the world of network connectivity.

Before we start examining Wi-Fi 6E, let’s understand Wi-Fi 6, its predecessor. Wi-Fi 6, also known as 802.11 ax Wi-Fi, provides flawless streaming of internet-enabled services. Wi-Fi 6 offers four times more capacity for network devices using multi-user multiple-input-multiple-output, orthogonal frequency-division multiple access (OFDMA), basic service set coloring, and 8x8 uplink/downlink.

Also, Wi-Fi 6 uses four times long OFDMA, offering an 11 percent increase in speed and ensuring improved network coverage. Apart from this, it uses 160 MHz channel width, which permits much faster connection between a device and a router. Further, it reduces any kind of lag during streaming.

Since Wi-Fi 6 uses OFDMA technology, it eases the transmission of data to multiple devices. Thus, it further enhances network efficiency, making it useful in crowded conditions. Also, it provides improved security features as it uses the most advanced WPA3 security protocol and prevents any security vulnerabilities. Another advantage is that it improves network speeds, almost 3x faster than the previous Wi-Fi standard, W-Fi 5.

Later, Wi-Fi 6 was developed with several new features. However, it functioned within the conventional 2.4 GHz and 5GHz frequency bands. These bands have significant disadvantages, as they lead to network congestion, which further led to a drop in speed and unstable networks.

At this juncture, Wi-Fi 6E has been introduced. The Wi-Fi 6 Extended (Wi-Fi 6E) features the capability to access the 6 GHz frequency band with a remarkable advantage. It facilitated data transmission through more channels compared to Wi-Fi 6.

Compare a highway with several lanes to Wi-Fi 6E. It has more data space and helps them flow easily without any congestion. Further, it offers several other advantages as well.

What is Wi-Fi 6E?

Wi-Fi 6E is an advanced generation of Wi-Fi standards, and 6E provides a fast lane for devices that can use it. An inherent advantage is that it reduces the latency while enhancing network speed. Wi-Fi 6E offers better and improved security and hence ensures safe network transmissions.

As per the regulations laid down by Wi-Fi Alliance?, it is mandatory that every Wi-Fi 6E device has to be protected by Wi-Fi Protected Access 3 (WPA3). It further ensures that universal security across the access points is intact. Using Wi-Fi 6E, data can flow quickly, thereby minimizing network congestion.

Also, it offers several other significant advantages, such as:

Super-fast speeds

The data transmission rate in the 6GHz frequency band is much faster because it features wider channels. In real-world situations, Wi-Fi 6 can achieve real-world speeds closer to the theoretical limit of 9.6 Gbps. As a result, it provides a significant advantage over conventional Wi-Fi connectivity solutions.

Absence of Interference

Because of the wider channels in the 6GHz frequency band, there is reduced interference from other networks and devices that use the 2.4 GHz and 5GHz frequency bands.

Enhanced Connectivity

Since it has more channels, Wi-Fi 6E networks can connect several devices without any instances of slowdowns. Therefore, it ideally supports connected devices in the Internet of Things or instances with a huge number of users.

What Lies Ahead for Wireless Connectivity with Wi-Fi 6E?

Since it can reduce network congestion and facilitate faster data transmissions, Wi-Fi 6E can support IoT (which uses several connected devices at a time), smart cities, smart homes, and so on. Here are a few ways in which Wi-Fi 6E is transforming network connectivity through faster data transmissions and enhanced security features.

Power Up Business Efficiency

Organizations looking to support flawless cloud computing services transferring large files can make the most of Wi-Fi 6E. In fact, it is a better bet if they want to increase productivity while ensuring a smooth and coordinated Workflow.

Support Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR)

Since Wi-Fi 6E is ideal for bandwidth-intensive applications and features low latency, it can provide super-fast speeds coupled with almost zero lag. Therefore, it is highly suitable for flawless augmented and virtual reality experiences.

Ideal for Smart Homes

There is a rise in the number of connected devices in our homes. In such instances, smooth, uninterrupted connections and the absence of network congestion are needed. Wi-Fi 6E ensures that the connected devices at your home function without any hassles.

Final Thoughts

WiFi 6E promises several benefits, and its utilities are aplenty. It has the potential to revolutionize the wireless connectivity experience. It simply transforms connected networks and devices and even now plays a greater role in redefining the wireless technology sector.

At ThinkPalm, we implement wireless testing at advanced labs fully equipped with Candela Wi-Fi 6E, Wi-Fi AX, and TR-398 automation suite to assess the performance of wireless devices. We also undertake pre-compliance testing for your wireless devices to check compliance issues before the formal certification process.